Office & Production Manager

Location: Batley Carr, Dewsbury, WF13
Hours: Full Time, Site-Based
Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 5:30pm
Friday: 7:30am – 2:30pm

About the Role

THH Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business based in Batley Carr, Dewsbury.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Office & Production Manager to oversee the daily operations of a busy manufacturing facility.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing both office and production functions, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, maintaining high productivity levels, and creating a positive working environment for a team of app management, production planning, dispatch operations, health & safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, manage and motivate a workforce of approximately 30 employees across office, production and dispatch departments.
• Ensure staffing levels meet operational requirements.
• Monitor attendance, timekeeping and employee performance.
• Support employee development through training and performance reviews.
• Foster a positive workplace culture and maintain high standards of conduct.

Payroll & Workforce Administration

• Prepare and submit accurate payroll information, including working hours, overtime and holiday records.
• Manage staff holidays, absences and workforce planning.
• Maintain clocking and attendance records.
• Assist with labour cost monitoring and resource allocation.

Health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all health and safety legislation and company procedures.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections, risk assessments and safety audits.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions where required.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture throughout the business.

Production Operations

• Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet customer demand.
• Monitor productivity, workflow and quality standards.
• Identify and resolve production challenges and bottlenecks.
• Ensure machinery, equipment and operational processes are utilised effectively.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyse operational performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Drive efficiency initiatives to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Implement practical process improvements while maintaining quality standards.

Dispatch & Logistics

• Oversee dispatch operations to ensure orders are shipped accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with warehouse, production and transport providers.
• Ensure all dispatch documentation is completed correctly.
• Resolve any delivery or distribution issues promptly.

Employee Welfare

• Support employee wellbeing and engagement.
• Address workplace concerns professionally and fairly.
• Promote a positive, supportive and inclusive working environment.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Production Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience managing teams of 20+ employees.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities.
• Experience handling payroll administration, attendance records and workforce planning.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety responsibilities within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Manufacturing or production industry background.
• IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles.

Reporting Structure

Reporting To: Company Directors

Direct Reports:

• Production Supervisors
• Office & Administrative Staff
• Dispatch & Warehouse Team

What’s on Offer

• Permanent full-time position
• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 5:30pm
• Friday: 7:30am – 2:30pm
• Early finish every Friday
• Stable, growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to lead and influence business operations
• Long-term career prospects

If you are an experienced operations professional looking for a challenging and rewarding management position within a manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you.

To apply, please click “apply now” below. Put this job reference number (PRODMNGWF13) in the desired job title field on the form.

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